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Collins Gem English Dictionary is the world's most popular small dictionary. First published in 1902, it has remained a firm favourite with its handy size, ease of use, and comprehensive coverage. Using Collins Word Web, the world's largest language database, this new edition incorporates the very latest changes in the language. / New words for 2005 / Clear definitions / Spelling and grammar tips / Help with pronunciation All this promises to keep Collins Gem English Dictionary at the top for another century.

Emphasizing contemporary Latin American Spanish (and American English), Merriam-Webster's latest dictionary offers concise definitions for more than 80,000 words and phrases. Special sections cover the conjugation of Spanish verbs, common Spanish and English abbreviations, and a few basic tips on Spanish grammar. One nice feature is the clear explanation on the back cover for how to "read" an entry. Random House's Latin-American Spanish Dictionary (1997) shares some similar traits and a similar audience and is in the same price range. Webster's covers 20,000 more words and phrases than does Random House's and gives more frequent plural and masculine/feminine endings, but it provides less depth, fewer regional differences, and fewer informal definitions than Random House's does. If you can only afford one Latin American Spanish dictionary, buy Random House's; otherwise, Webster's is recommended for circulating collections in public and academic libraries.AJohn Charles, Scottsdale P.L., AZ Copyrigh

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